What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietary Cook position at Hickory Recovery?
Dietary Cook – Hickory Treatment Centers at Corydon
Department: Dietary
Direct Report To: Dietary Manager
About the Role:
- The Cook is responsible for assisting with implementation of the Facility Dietary program.
- Under the immediate supervision of the Dietary Manager, the Dietary Cook assists the Dietary Manager in preparing/cooking client’s healthy meals to promote improved health and well-being of all clients.
Why Hickory Recovery?
Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on
- Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing
- Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment
Our Mission is to provide high quality, acute care to adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve.
What We Offer:
- 401k
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- PTO
- Vision insurance
- Career development
- Mental health days
- Holiday pay
Job Qualifications:
- Have basic kitchen knowledge and basic knife skills.
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
- Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate client admissions, census and needs of the facility.
- Must hold a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and provide own insured transportation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Read & follow established menu,
- Follow recipes, prepare food for each meal, and perform prep work, prepare food items, and share cooking duties with other workers.
- Prepare food for each special diet, per physician order and in accordance with established standards.
- Participate in cleaning & deep cleaning as instructed.
- Assist with food inventory and/or other duties as assigned.
- Report any unsafe conditions or faulty equipment to the Dietary Manager immediately
For more information visit: www.hickorytreatmentcenters.com
